SOCHUM COMMITTEE

Under Secretary-General

To Be Announced

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Academic Assistant

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Academic Assistant

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Committee Director

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Committee Director

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Committee Director

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Agenda Items

Agenda Item A:

The Humanitarian Impact of Economic Sanctions on Developing Nations

Agenda Item B:

The Ethics and Legality of Artificial Intelligence in Humanitarian Affairs

About the committee

The Social, Humanitarian, and Cultural Committee (SOCHUM), also known as the Third Committee of the United Nations General Assembly, is responsible for addressing issues related to human rights, social development, and humanitarian affairs. SOCHUM plays a pivotal role in fostering international dialogue on matters that impact vulnerable populations, including the protection of human rights, the advancement of fundamental freedoms, and the ethical considerations of emerging global challenges. While its resolutions are non-binding, they serve as a foundation for shaping international policies and influencing the work of specialized UN bodies and agencies.

For this session, SOCHUM will focus on two pressing agendas that have significant humanitarian implications. The first agenda, The Humanitarian Impact of Economic Sanctions on Developing Nations, will examine the unintended consequences of economic sanctions on vulnerable populations. While sanctions are often employed as diplomatic tools to influence state behavior, they can also exacerbate poverty, restrict access to essential goods, and undermine human rights in developing nations. This discussion will explore strategies to balance geopolitical objectives with the need to protect civilian populations, considering the role of humanitarian exemptions, alternative diplomatic approaches, and international accountability.

The second agenda, The Ethics and Legality of Artificial Intelligence in Humanitarian Affairs, will address the growing use of AI technologies in crisis response, aid distribution, and human rights monitoring. While AI presents opportunities for efficiency and innovation, it also raises ethical concerns related to bias, surveillance, and decision-making transparency. This debate will focus on developing international guidelines to ensure that AI applications in humanitarian efforts uphold ethical standards, respect human rights, and align with legal frameworks.

Through informed discussions and diplomatic collaboration, SOCHUM aims to propose solutions that safeguard human dignity, promote responsible governance, and enhance global humanitarian efforts.